2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 330 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3075 mm |
