2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Pod |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
