2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 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 6 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | GL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
