2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2009 Volvo S80 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 150 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | GL | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |