1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nuvola | GLK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
