Mercedes G class 2012 vs Mercedes GLK 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 265 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 620 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes GLK is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes G class engine produces 54 HP less power than Mercedes GLK, whereas torque is 80 NM less than Mercedes GLK. Due to the lower power, Mercedes G class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 14.0 l/100km | 8.8 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes GLK is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes G class consumes 4.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLK, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes G class could require 645 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes G class consumes 5.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLK. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 950 km in combined cycle | |
| 970 km on highway | 1080 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 740 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes GLK gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| 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) | |
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 21 years | 21 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes S klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes G class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes G klase 2012 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. Mercedes GLK 2012 3.0 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM642 is a 3.0-liter V6 diesel widely used in many models under the 3.0 CDI or 350 CDI designation. It is known for strong performance and good durability when maintained properly, and well-kept engines are capable of exceeding 500,000 km. At the same time, the unit has several characteristic weak ... More about Mercedes GLK 2012 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.67 m | 4.53 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.95 m | 1.70 m | |
| Mercedes G class is 14 cm longer than the Mercedes GLK, 8 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes G class is 25 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2250 litres | 1550 litres | |
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Mercedes G class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes G class has 30 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes GLK. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes G class (by 700 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13.6 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes G class is 2 metres more than that of the Mercedes GLK, 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: | 3`200 kg | 2`500 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`515 kg | 1`925 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 685 kg | 575 kg | |
| Mercedes G class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 16 procentiem more than Mercedes GLK. Therefore, Mercedes G class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 114 800 | 11 400 | |
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