2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4Runner | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 93 L |
