Mercedes R class 2006 vs Mercedes ML 2005
| 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: | 224 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 510 NM | 440 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Mercedes R class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes R class engine produces 34 HP more power than Mercedes ML, whereas torque is 70 NM more than Mercedes ML. Thanks to more power Mercedes R class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 | 9.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.4 l/100km | 10.7 l/100km | |
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By specification Mercedes R class consumes 0.1 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 15 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes R class consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes ML. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 95 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 860 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| 760 km with real consumption | 880 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes ML gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| 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 2 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes R 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 2006 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.91 m | |
| Height: | 1.66 m | 1.82 m | |
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Mercedes R class is larger, but lower. Mercedes R class is 14 cm longer than the Mercedes ML, 1 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes R class is 16 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 244 litres | 551 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1950 litres | 2050 litres | |
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Mercedes ML has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, 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 100 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes R class is 0.3 metres less than that of the Mercedes ML. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`840 kg | 2`830 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`250 kg | 2`110 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 590 kg | 720 kg | |
| Mercedes R class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 22 procentiem less than Mercedes ML. Therefore, Mercedes ML is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 5000 | |
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