2013 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz E and 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 535 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (617 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (601 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | GL |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 617 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4698 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2015 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1402 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |