2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ML | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5459 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 383 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
