2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
