2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
