2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
