2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (347 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
