2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 972 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante 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.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | GL | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2459 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |