2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 108 L |
