2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | GL | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
