2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
