2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 489 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | GL | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2459 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
