2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | GL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
