2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 855 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | GL | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |