2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Avanza | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanza | ML |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |