2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 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. Both 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee are equipped with a 2,987 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (238 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | GL | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
