1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 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 164 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 758 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. 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 2012 Toyota Camry. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |