2008 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
