2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 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 222 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 265 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 2012 Mazda 5. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 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 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | GL | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |