2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G6 | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
