2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 910 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | GL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
