2009 Mazda 5 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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda 5 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 5 | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 357 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |