2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 791 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Solara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3720 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2186 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
