2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 864 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |
