2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
