2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 851 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | GL | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |