2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 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 314 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 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 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | GL | 750 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |