1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 860 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | GL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3076 mm |
