2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4Runner | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
