2008 Acura RL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RL | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 96 L |
