2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2011 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Venza. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 2011 Toyota Venza
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model GL Venza
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 67 L


 

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