2006 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2006 BMW 550 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | ML |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |