2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B4000 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B4000 | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |