The Comparative Analysis :

Tesla Model X 60D (16 - 17) vs. Mercedes ML 280 CDI 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09)

€ 89,100
Tesla Model X 60D (16 - 17) Tesla Model X 60D
€ 52,500
Mercedes ML 280 CDI 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09) Mercedes ML 280 CDI
€ 89,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 52,500

Base price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info

Vehicle Dimensions

The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Tesla Model X 60D is 9.8 inches longer, 3.5 inches wider and 5.2 inches lower than the Mercedes ML 280 CDI.
Tesla Model X 60D
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
66.3
Blueprint Tesla Model X 60D (16 - 17)
78.7
89.4
71.5
Blueprint Mercedes ML 280 CDI 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09)
75.2
83.7
78.7 in
Width
75.2 in
89.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
83.7 in
66.3 in
Height
71.5 in
Blueprint Tesla Model X 60D (16 - 17)
116.7
198.3
Blueprint Mercedes ML 280 CDI 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09)
114.8
188.5
198.3 in
Length
188.5 in
116.7 in
Wheelbase
114.8 in

Vehicle Weight

Tesla Model X 60D
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
5351 lb
Curb Weight
4817 lb
6581 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
6239 lb
Tesla Model X 60D (16 - 17)
Weight Difference:
534 lb
9.98 %
Mercedes ML 280 CDI 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09)

General

Tesla Model X 60D
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Model X
Generation
W164
Sport Utility Vehicle
Car Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle
Electricity
Fuel Type
Diesel
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
1-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed automatic transmission

Engine

Tesla Model X 60D
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Asyn­chronous motor
Engine Type
V6 diesel engine with tur­bo­charger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 642
L2S
Engine Code
OM 642.940
0
Valves
4
0
Cylinders
6
0 L / 0 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
328 hp
at 0 rpm
Power
187 hp
at 4000 rpm
Tesla Model X 60D
328 hp
187 hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
No data
Max. Torque
325 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Tesla Model X 60D
 lb‑ft
325 lb‑ft
Mercedes ML 280 CDI

Performance

Tesla Model X 60D
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
130 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
5.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph 62
mph

236 ft
0.000 sec

Tesla Model X 60D

62 mph 62
mph

446 ft
0.000 sec

Mercedes ML 280 CDI

 REPLAY
16.31 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.76 lb/hp
Tesla Model X 60D
16.31 lb/hp
25.76 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI

Fuel Economy / Emissions

Tesla Model X 60D
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Fuel Economy
27 kWh  ( 123 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gaso­line equiva­lent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy con­sump­tion of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined  per 100 miles
26 mpg  ( 29 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gaso­line equiva­lent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy con­sump­tion of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
Tesla Model X 60D
123 MPGe
29 MPGe
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
No data
city
20 mpg
No data
highway
31 mpg
60 kWh
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
221 mi
Range
649 mi
Tesla Model X 60D
221 mi
649 mi
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Environmental Impact
54.9 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).
187.2 kWh
Tesla Model X 60D
54.9 kWh
187.2 kWh
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Elektrofahrzeug
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
0 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
388 g/mi (NEFZ)

Practical Convenience

Tesla Model X 60D
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1230 lb
Maximum Payload
1422 lb
No data
Trunk Volume
14.2 cu ft
70.4 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
58 cu ft