2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | ML | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
