2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ML | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 81 L |
