2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 199 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | GL | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |