2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 791 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (542 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V Sixteen | GL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3076 mm |
