2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | GL | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 384 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
