1997 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
