2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
