2004 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus ES (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 891 kg more than 2004 Lexus ES.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus ES | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ES | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
