2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 860 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | ML | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |