2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2006 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 214 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 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 2006 Toyota Tazz. 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 @ 2700 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
