2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 100 L |