2007 Honda Element vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |