2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |