2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
