2005 Toyota Celsior vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celsior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celsior. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celsior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Celsior | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Celsior | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2916 mm |
