2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | GL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
