2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. 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 2006 Chrysler Voyager. 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 (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | GL | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
