2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 212 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (306 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |