2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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 (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
