1997 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 140 kg more than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
