Mercedes GLK 2012 vs Mercedes GLK 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes GLK 2012) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes GLK 2008) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds | |
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Mercedes GLK 2012 is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes GLK 2012 engine produces 41 HP more power than Mercedes GLK 2008, but torque is 50 NM less than Mercedes GLK 2008. Thanks to more power Mercedes GLK 2012 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.9 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 66 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| 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: | 4.53 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.67 m | 1.70 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes GLK 2012 is 1 cm longer than the Mercedes GLK 2008, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes GLK 2012 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1550 litres | 1550 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLK 2012 is 0.1 metres more than that of the Mercedes GLK 2008. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`340 kg | 2`500 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`765 kg | 1`805 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 575 kg | 695 kg | |
| Mercedes GLK 2012 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 21 procentiem less than Mercedes GLK 2008. Therefore, Mercedes GLK 2008 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 11 400 | 7000 | |
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