2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | GL | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |