2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 851 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |