Mercedes G class 2012 vs Jeep Wrangler 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 5.5 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 388 HP | 270 HP | |
| Torque: | 530 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes G class engine produces 118 HP more power than Jeep Wrangler, whereas torque is 130 NM more than Jeep Wrangler. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.9 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres | 81 litres | |
| 560 km with real consumption | 650 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 205 mm (8.1 inches) | 246 mm (9.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Jeep Wrangler can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.67 m | 4.79 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.95 m | 1.87 m | |
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Mercedes G class is smaller, but higher. Mercedes G class is 11 cm shorter than the Jeep Wrangler, 12 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes G class is 8 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 897 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2250 litres | 2050 litres | |
| Mercedes G class has 417 litres less trunk space than the Jeep Wrangler. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes G class (by 200 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13.6 meters | 12.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes G class is 1.2 metres more than that of the Jeep Wrangler, which means Mercedes G class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 3`200 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mercedes G class scores higher in safety tests, but Jeep Wrangler is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes G class scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 115 000 | 42 800 | |
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