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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (357 HP @ 5000 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 480 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 E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 511 HP | 357 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4913 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2874 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |