2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 605 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Camry. 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 (347 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
