2000 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
