2006 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 749 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MPV | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |