2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (305 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
