2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |