2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Windom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Windom would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Windom. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Windom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 785 kg more than 2005 Toyota Windom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Windom. (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Windom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Windom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
