2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Will. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | GL | Will |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
