2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
