2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | GL | 330 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 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 | 2515 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
