2011 Kia Cadenza vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2011 Kia Cadenza and 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cadenza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cadenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 Kia Cadenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cadenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Cadenza | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cadenza | GL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 335 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4965 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2845 mm | 3076 mm |
