First off, I realize that there is a huge size difference between the two that puts them in far different classes.

With that said, we also own a 2000 Lincoln Navigator that we'll be keeping until the wheels fall off so we'll have one large SUV (which makes the Cayenne more viable). Now, does anyone have any thoughts on whether I should purchase the GL450 or the Cayenne S? I love both vehicles and its an extremely tough choice - I'd welcome any opinions on the dilemma.

Tom S

 

I chose a GL450 instead of the Cayenne a few months ago. I did not want to have the old body Porsche. If I were to choose now I don't know what I would go for. We have 9000 miles on the GL and not a single problem. I have taken the car on the beach to test out the 4wd and it can climb dunes like crazy. I have noticed a lot of GL's recently which pisses me off. Go with a new body Cayenne just for something different.

 

do you need the third row? if not go with the Cayenne

 

We got the GL500 over here with the new 4 valve 388hp engine, I would wait a while and see if they are releasing the new engine in America.

 

yeah they are releasing the new engine for 08 as GL550 in the USA.
still 4-5 months away min.

 

mercedes = lease rates and 3rd seat..

Porsche = performance ,handling.. lease rate sucks..LOL

 

If I had to do it again, I'd get the GL, solely due to the 3rd row.

 

New X5 4.8 anyone ? I think the ultimate 3rd seater car is the R63 AMG.

 

All I will say is when I go to Mercedes for routine/scheduled maintenance they give me either a Neon or Camry with about 64,000 miles to drive with a contract as a loaner. On top of that, the paperwork is always screwed up and they don't call when the service is complete. It usually takes about 3 days of immense hassle to get the oil changed? When I drop my Porsche off it is like a well oiled machine. They call when they say they'll call and the job is finished when they say it will be finished. I also always get a fully loaded Cayenne S just like ours as a loaner. No contracts with Enterprise rental car like at my local Mercedes dealer. Which I will add I was charged for the loaner camry and took 6 months to get reimbursed from the MB dealer. The whole experience is like night and day. So, to the point. Porsche all the way. That being said, this is a particular scenario from two specific dealers and things could be much different elswhere. Buy what suits you best. I just know from my experience that owning the Porsche is much more rewarding and hassle free. I love my Cayenne more and more everyday

 

Brian Haske please read!! hahahaha

what;s up with Kirby getting Cayman for loaner

 

hahahahahahah

 

I'm confused. Am I missing something. Who said anything about a Cayman loaner???

 

Sorry I haven't been able to get back to this thread lately - but thanks for the opinions. Right now I'm looking at a few Cayenne's - I'll keep you guys posted .

 

kirby posted above you. him and alex both use the same dealership. Brian is their service advisor. make sense?

 

Its all starting to come together. I wouldn't mind a Cayman for a loaner