2000 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | GL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
