2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Solara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
