2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |