2001 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 527 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | VehiCross | GL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3080 mm |
