2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 984 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | GL | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |
