2012 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 571 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | GL | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
