2001 Mazda Atenza 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 Mazda Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza 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 232 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Atenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Atenza | GL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3076 mm |
