2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 2007 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
