2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (303 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, both vehicles can yield 700 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |