The Comparative Analysis :
Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD Geartronic (7-seater) (11 - 12) vs. Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08)
€ 48,800

€ 53,600

€ 48,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 53,600
ⓘ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 320 CDI DPF.
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 320 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 320 CDI DPF
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 320 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 320 CDI DPF
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
221 hp
at 3800 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
240 hp
221 hp
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
236 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Max. Torque
376 lb‑ft
at 1600 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
236 lb‑ft
376 lb‑ft
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
Performance
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
130 mph
Maximum Speed
134 mph
9.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
433 ft
0.000 sec

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

Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
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20.23 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
21.8 lb/hp
Volvo XC90 3.2
20.23 lb/hp
21.8 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy
20 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Volvo XC90 3.2
20 mpg
25 mpg
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
15 mpg
city
19 mpg
26 mpg
highway
31 mpg
21.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
432 mi
Range
628 mi
Volvo XC90 3.2
432 mi
628 mi
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
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).
193.4 kWh
Volvo XC90 3.2
217.9 kWh
193.4 kWh
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
433 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
401 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Volvo XC90 3.2
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
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