2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
