2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 541 kg more than 2001 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tundra | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3398 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2916 mm |
