1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avensis | ML |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
