2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | GL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
