2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 915 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Boxster 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.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | ML | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |