2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 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 71 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | GL | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |