2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | ML | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
