2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
