1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 995 kg more than 1995 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 1995 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Statesman | GL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3076 mm |