Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166)
AMG ML 63 V8
523 hp5461 ccGasolineAWDTwin-turboSUV2012-2015
Car comparison
Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8vsTesla Model X 90D 90 kWh
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Tesla Model X
90D 90 kWh
525 hpElectricAWDAutomaticSUV2015-2017
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.8 s
- Fastest top speed260 km/h162 mph Unrestricted250 km/h155 mph Restricted
- Highest torque700 Nm516 lb-ft
- Lightest2,345 kg5,170 lb
- Best power-to-weight223 hp/t166 kW/t4.5 kg/hp
- Largest trunk690 L
- Best overall score83/100
- Best performance score79/100
- Best economy score75/100
- Best practicality score92/100
Tesla Model X 90D 90 kWh
- Most powerful525 hp391 kW
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 523hp390kW | 525hp391kW |
| Torque | 700Nm516lb-ft | 660Nm487lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,345kg5,170lb | 2,389kg5,267lb |
| Gross weight | 3,050kg6,724lb | 3,020kg6,658lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 68.3s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated | 55.3s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8s | 5.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.7s Calculated | 16.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.6s Calculated | 4.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK | - |
| Fuel consumption city | 15.7L/100 km15mpg US18.0mpg UK | - |
| Fuel consumption highway | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | - |
| Quarter mile | 13.0s Calculated | 13.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 223hp/t166kW/t101hp/1000 lb Calculated | 220hp/t164kW/t100hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 299Nm/t200lb-ft/ton Calculated | 276Nm/t185lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 788km490mi Calculated | - |
| Displacement | 5,461cc333cu in | - |
| Length | 4,804mm189in | 5,052mm199in |
| Width | 1,926mm76in | 1,999mm79in |
| Height | 1,796mm71in | 1,684mm66in |
| Wheelbase | 2,915mm115in | 2,965mm117in |
| Front track | 1,648mm65in | 1,711mm67in |
| Rear track | 1,663mm65in | 1,723mm68in |
| Ground clearance | - | 223mm9in |
| Trunk volume | 690L | 357L |
| Max trunk volume | 2,010L | 2,166L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Fuel tank | 93L | - |
| CO2 emissions | 276g/km | - |
Performance charts
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Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.6 s | 4.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.8 s | 5.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.7 s | 16.3 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.6 s | 5.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.4 s | 8.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.9 s | 11.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.0 s | 13.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 176 km/h 109 mph | 181 km/h 112 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | 523 hp 390 kW |
| TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | 525 hp 391 kW |
Tesla Model X 90D 90 kWh has 2 hp more than Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8 and Tesla Model X 90D 90 kWh: 2 hp (1 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
| TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | 660 Nm 487 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | 2,345 kg 5,170 lb |
| TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | 2,389 kg 5,267 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | 4.8 s |
| TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | 5.0 s |
Although Tesla Model X 90D 90 kWh has more power, Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8 is quicker from 0-100 km/h.
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8 and Tesla Model X 90D 90 kWh: 0.2 s.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
| TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | 220 hp/t 164 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | 523 hp 390 kW | 4.8 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | 525 hp 391 kW | 5.0 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 |
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Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzM-class (W166)AMG ML 63 V8 | TeslaModel X90D 90 kWh | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 523 hp 390 kW | 525 hp 391 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | 660 Nm 487 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.8 s | 5.0 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,345 kg 5,170 lb | 2,389 kg 5,267 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 11.8 L/100 km 19.9 mpg US 23.9 mpg UK | - | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 788 km 490 mi | - | ||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 276 g/km | - | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 690 L 24.4 cu ft | 357 L 12.6 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 220 hp/t 164 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8 |
|---|---|
| Consumption | 11.8 L/100 km19.9 mpg US23.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 20.65 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 33.23 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,770 L468 US gal389 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,098 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz M-class (W166) AMG ML 63 V8
- Has 40 Nm more
- Is 44 kg lighter
- Is 0.2 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 3 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 333 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Lowest power
Tesla Model X 90D 90 kWh
- Has 2 hp more
Pros
- Most powerful
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Heaviest
- Smallest trunk
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