2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
