2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 31 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | GL | X6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |