2005 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 956 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima. 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 (459 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Altima | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
