2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 854 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 335. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | GL | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
