2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
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 Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Navara. 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 (630 Nm @ 520 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Navara. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Navara. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | ML | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 520 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |