2005 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2005 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 5. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
