2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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 1155 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | GL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 89 L |
