2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Acura TL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TL | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
