The Comparative Analysis :
Mercedes ML 280 CDI 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09) vs. Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD Geartronic (7-seater) (06 - 10)
€ 52,500
€ 47,600
€ 52,500
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 47,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The Mercedes ML 280 CDI is 0.7 inches shorter, 0.5 inches wider and 1.2 inches taller than the Volvo XC90 3.2.
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Volvo XC90 3.2
71.5
75.2
83.7
70.2
74.7
83.1
75.2 in
Width
74.7 in
83.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
83.1 in
71.5 in
Height
70.2 in
114.8
188.5
112.5
189.3
188.5 in
Length
189.3 in
114.8 in
Wheelbase
112.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Volvo XC90 3.2
4817 lb
Curb Weight
4685 lb
6239 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
6085 lb
Weight Difference:
132 lb
2.74 %
General
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Volvo XC90 3.2
W164
Generation
C
Sport Utility Vehicle
Car Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
On-demand four-wheel drive (4WD) with automatic engagement
7-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Volvo XC90 3.2
V6 diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Mercedes-Benz OM 642
Engine Series
OM 642.940
Engine Code
B6324S
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3 L / 147 cu in
Displacement
3.2 L / 157 cu in
187 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
235 hp
at 6200 rpm
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
187 hp
235 hp
Volvo XC90 3.2
325 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Max. Torque
236 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
325 lb‑ft
236 lb‑ft
Volvo XC90 3.2
Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Volvo XC90 3.2
127 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
9.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
433 ft
0.000 sec
Volvo XC90 3.2
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25.76 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
19.94 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
25.76 lb/hp
19.94 lb/hp
Volvo XC90 3.2
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Volvo XC90 3.2
Fuel Economy
26 mpg
combined
19 mpg
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
26 mpg
19 mpg
Volvo XC90 3.2
20 mpg
city
14 mpg
31 mpg
highway
26 mpg
25.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gal
649 mi
Range
411 mi
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
649 mi
411 mi
Volvo XC90 3.2
Environmental Impact
187.2 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
229.2 kWh
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
187.2 kWh
229.2 kWh
Volvo XC90 3.2
Euro 4 III
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
388 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
465 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Volvo XC90 3.2
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
7
1422 lb
Maximum Payload
1400 lb
14.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
7.1 cu ft
58 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
52 cu ft
