2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | GL | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
