1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
