2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Nissan Micra 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 301 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GL | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 46 L |
