2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 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 162 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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 (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GL | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
