2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 Toyota Quantum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Quantum. 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | GL | Quantum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 384 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 28.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |