2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Will would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Will. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2003 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2003 Toyota Will | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | GL | Will |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |