2001 Toyota Will 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 Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will 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 272 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 801 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Will | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Will | ML |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |