2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 985 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | Camry |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |