1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
