2000 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 950 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2000 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2000 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | I | GL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
