2002 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Highlander | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 Length | 4690 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |
