2006 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
