2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
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 Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 250 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | ML | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |