2011 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 941 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX. 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 2012 Acura TSX. 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Acura TSX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
Model | GL | TSX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |