2010 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 735 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | GL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4727 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
