2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi TT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TT | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |