2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
