2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 322 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
