2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 4 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 925 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Niva 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lada |
| Model | ML | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
