2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 111 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 674 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70. 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 Volvo C70. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | GL | C70 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |