The Comparative Analysis :
Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD Geartronic (7-seater) (11 - 12) vs. Mercedes ML 280 CDI 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (08 - 09)
€ 48,800
€ 52,500
€ 48,800
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 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.
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
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
4855 lb
Curb Weight
4817 lb
6085 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
6239 lb
Weight Difference:
37 lb
0.76 %
General
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
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
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 642
B6324S5
Engine Code
OM 642.940
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3.2 L / 157 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
240 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
187 hp
at 4000 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
240 hp
187 hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
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
Performance
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
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
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20.23 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.76 lb/hp
Volvo XC90 3.2
20.23 lb/hp
25.76 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Fuel Economy
20 mpg
combined
26 mpg
Volvo XC90 3.2
20 mpg
26 mpg
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
15 mpg
city
20 mpg
26 mpg
highway
31 mpg
21.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
432 mi
Range
649 mi
Volvo XC90 3.2
432 mi
649 mi
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Environmental Impact
217.9 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).
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
Volvo XC90 3.2
217.9 kWh
187.2 kWh
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
433 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
388 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 280 CDI
5
Doors
5
7
No. of Seats
5
1230 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
