The Comparative Analysis :
Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD Geartronic (7-seater) (06 - 10) vs. Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08)
€ 47,600

€ 50,900

€ 47,600
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 a little. The Volvo XC90 3.2 is 0.7 inches longer, 0.5 inches narrower and 1.2 inches lower than the Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF.
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
70.2
74.7
83.1
71.5
75.2
83.7
74.7 in
Width
75.2 in
83.1 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
83.7 in
70.2 in
Height
71.5 in
112.5
189.3
114.8
188.5
189.3 in
Length
188.5 in
112.5 in
Wheelbase
114.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
4685 lb
Curb Weight
4817 lb
6085 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
6239 lb

Weight Difference:
132 lb
2.74 %

General
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
C
Generation
W164
Sport Utility Vehicle
Car Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel

On-demand four-wheel drive (4WD) with automatic engagement
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)

6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 642
B6324S
Engine Code
OM 642.940

4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3.2 L / 157 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
235 hp
at 6200 rpm
Power
187 hp
at 4000 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
235 hp
187 hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
236 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Max. Torque
325 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
236 lb‑ft
325 lb‑ft
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Performance
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
130 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
9.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
433 ft
0.000 sec

Volvo XC90 3.2
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec

Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
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19.94 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.76 lb/hp
Volvo XC90 3.2
19.94 lb/hp
25.76 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Volvo XC90 3.2
19 mpg
25 mpg
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
14 mpg
city
19 mpg
26 mpg
highway
31 mpg
21.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
411 mi
Range
628 mi
Volvo XC90 3.2
411 mi
628 mi
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Environmental Impact
229.2 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).
193.4 kWh
Volvo XC90 3.2
229.2 kWh
193.4 kWh
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
Euro 4 III
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
465 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
401 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI DPF
5
Doors
5
7
No. of Seats
5
1400 lb
Maximum Payload
1422 lb
7.1 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.2 cu ft








52 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
58 cu ft