1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 262 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurora | GLK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2756 mm |
