2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
