2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 527 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
