2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2024 Porsche
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| MPG - City | 19 MPG | 15 - 17 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 MPG | 21 - 23 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 seats | 4 - 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 84.7 ft3 | 52.4 - 60.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 348 - 650 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 7,700 lbs | 7,700 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 205.0 in | 194.0 - 194.2 in |
| Exterior Width | 79.9 in | 78.1 - 78.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in |
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| Head Room |
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 in |
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*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Porsche Cayenne, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Porsche Cayenne.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is much wider than the Porsche Cayenne, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Porsche Cayenne.
Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 has the same turning radius as the Porsche Cayenne, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 will do just as well as the Porsche Cayenne, since they have about the same towing capacity.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 has a little less horsepower than the Porsche Cayenne.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Porsche Cayenne.
Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 offers greater seating capacity than the Porsche Cayenne, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Porsche Cayenne.