2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (617 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
