2009 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 747 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XC90 | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
