2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2009 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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 (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | GL | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |