2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
