2008 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TSX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TSX | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
