2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 535 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GL | E |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
