2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 GMC Yukon. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | GL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3076 mm |
