2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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 (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | GL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
