2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 987 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 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 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |