2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 1005 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2335 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
