2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
