2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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 550 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Rexton.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rexton | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3076 mm |
