Mercedes R class 2010 vs Mercedes ML 2011
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 210 HP | 258 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 620 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes ML is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes R class engine produces 48 HP less power than Mercedes ML, whereas torque is 80 NM less than Mercedes ML. Due to the lower power, Mercedes R class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 7.4 | |
| Mercedes R class consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes ML, which means that by driving the Mercedes R class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1150 km in combined cycle | 940 km in combined cycle | |
| 950 km on highway | 1110 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 21 years | 21 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes G klase | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes S klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes R class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes R klase 2010 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. Mercedes ML 2011 3.0 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM642 is a 3.0-liter V6 diesel widely used in many models under the 3.0 CDI or 350 CDI designation. It is known for strong performance and good durability when maintained properly, and well-kept engines are capable of exceeding 500,000 km. At the same time, the unit has several characteristic weak ... More about Mercedes ML 2011 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.16 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.93 m | |
| Height: | 1.67 m | 1.80 m | |
| Mercedes R class is 35 cm longer than the Mercedes ML, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes R class is 12 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 633 litres | 690 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1950 litres | 2010 litres | |
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Mercedes ML has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes R class has 57 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes ML. This could mean that the Mercedes R class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes ML (by 60 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.6 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes R class is 0.8 metres more than that of the Mercedes ML, which means Mercedes R class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`910 | 2`950 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 9000 | 14 000 | |
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