2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | GL | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |