2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 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 2005 Toyota Tazz. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
