2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
