2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1485 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | GL | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 41 L |
