1999 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. 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 1999 Acura Integra. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Integra | GL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
