2011 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | GL | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1404 mm |
