Ford Escape 2013 vs Mercedes GLK 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 178 HP | 211 HP | |
| Torque: | 249 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 7.8 seconds | |
| Ford Escape engine produces 33 HP less power than Mercedes GLK, whereas torque is 101 NM less than Mercedes GLK. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres | 66 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Ford Escape) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes GLK) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mercedes GLK 2012 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes GLK 2012 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.52 m | 4.53 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.67 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Ford Escape and Mercedes GLK are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 971 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1920 litres | 1550 litres | |
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Ford Escape has more luggage capacity. Ford Escape has 521 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes GLK. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Ford Escape (by 370 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`340 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | no data | no data | |
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