2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 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 (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | GL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
