Mitsubishi Outlander 2009 vs Mercedes GLK 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mitsubishi Outlander) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes GLK) 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: | 170 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 232 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds | |
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Mercedes GLK is a more dynamic driving. Mitsubishi Outlander and Mercedes GLK have the same engine power, but Mitsubishi Outlander torque is 168 NM less than Mercedes GLK. Mitsubishi Outlander reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.2 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes GLK is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mitsubishi Outlander consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLK, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mitsubishi Outlander could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mitsubishi Outlander consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLK. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 950 km in combined cycle | |
| 580 km with real consumption | 830 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) | |
| Ground clearance: | 215 mm (8.5 inches) | 201 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mitsubishi Outlander can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.67 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.70 m | |
| Mitsubishi Outlander is 15 cm longer than the Mercedes GLK, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mitsubishi Outlander is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 774 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1691 litres | 1550 litres | |
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Mitsubishi Outlander has more luggage capacity. Mitsubishi Outlander has 324 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes GLK. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mitsubishi Outlander (by 141 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mitsubishi Outlander is 0.9 metres less than that of the Mercedes GLK, which means Mitsubishi Outlander can be easier 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 (kg): | 2`290 | 2`500 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | high | |
| Mercedes GLK has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mitsubishi Outlander has serious deffects in 90 percent more cases than Mercedes GLK, so Mercedes GLK quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 5800 | no data | |
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