2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 497 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-9. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | GL | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
