2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 409 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
