2009 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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 675 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
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 (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RDX | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
