2009 Acura TL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 578 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TL | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
