2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 900 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | GL | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |