2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (303 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 240 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GL | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 303 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5 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 | 2550 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |