The Comparative Analysis :
Tesla Model X Performance (19 - ..) vs. Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08)
€ 104,000
€ 50,900
€ 104,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 50,900
ⓘ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 Performance is 9.8 inches longer, 3.5 inches wider and 5.2 inches lower than the Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF.
Tesla Model X Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
66.3
78.7
89.4
71.5
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
116.7
198.3
114.8
188.5
198.3 in
Length
188.5 in
116.7 in
Wheelbase
114.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Tesla Model X Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
5483 lb
Curb Weight
4817 lb
6878 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
6239 lb
Weight Difference:
666 lb
12.15 %
General
Tesla Model X Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
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 Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Asynchronous motor
Engine Type
V6 diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 642
L2S, L1S
Engine Code
OM 642.940
0
Valves
4
0
Cylinders
6
0 L / 0 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
603 hp
at 0 rpm
Power
187 hp
at 4000 rpm
Tesla Model X Performance
603 hp
187 hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
No data
Max. Torque
325 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Tesla Model X Performance
lb‑ft
325 lb‑ft
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Performance
Tesla Model X Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
155 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
2.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
131 ft
0.000 sec
Tesla Model X Performance
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
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9.09 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.76 lb/hp
Tesla Model X Performance
9.09 lb/hp
25.76 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Tesla Model X Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy
36 kWh✽
( 92 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
25 mpg
( 28 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 Performance
92 MPGe
28 MPGe
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
No data
city
19 mpg
No data
highway
31 mpg
100 kWh
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
275 mi
Range
628 mi
Tesla Model X Performance
275 mi
628 mi
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Environmental Impact
73.5 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).
193.4 kWh
Tesla Model X Performance
73.5 kWh
193.4 kWh
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Elektrofahrzeug
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
0 g/mi (WLTP)
CO2 Emissions
401 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Tesla Model X Performance
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1396 lb
Maximum Payload
1422 lb
10.1 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.2 cu ft
70.4 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
58 cu ft
