2013 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz G and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 420 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G | M |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | electric | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 529 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4763 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1938 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
