2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, both 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 261 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.

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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac SRX 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model SRX ML
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 201 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 95 L


 

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