2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 795 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
