2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 577 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | GL | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
