2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | GL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
