2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 319 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | GL | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
