The Comparative Analysis :
Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD Geartronic (7-seater) (06 - 10) vs. Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (06 - 08)
€ 47,600

€ 70,400

€ 47,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 70,400
ⓘ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 420 CDI DPF.
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 420 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 420 CDI DPF
4685 lb
Curb Weight
5104 lb
6085 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
6504 lb

Weight Difference:
419 lb
8.21 %

General
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 420 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 420 CDI DPF
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V8 diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 629
B6324S
Engine Code
OM 629.912

4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
8
3.2 L / 157 cu in
Displacement
4 L / 196 cu in
235 hp
at 6200 rpm
Power
302 hp
at 3600 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
235 hp
302 hp
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
236 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Max. Torque
516 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
236 lb‑ft
516 lb‑ft
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
Performance
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
130 mph
Maximum Speed
146 mph
9.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
433 ft
0.000 sec

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

Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
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19.94 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
16.9 lb/hp
Volvo XC90 3.2
19.94 lb/hp
16.9 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
combined
21 mpg
Volvo XC90 3.2
19 mpg
21 mpg
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
14 mpg
city
16 mpg
26 mpg
highway
26 mpg
21.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
411 mi
Range
532 mi
Volvo XC90 3.2
411 mi
532 mi
Mercedes ML 420 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).
228.4 kWh
Volvo XC90 3.2
229.2 kWh
228.4 kWh
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
Euro 4 III
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
465 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
473 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 420 CDI DPF
5
Doors
5
7
No. of Seats
5
1400 lb
Maximum Payload
1400 lb
7.1 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.2 cu ft








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