1997 Mazda Midge vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Midge. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1997 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Midge | 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Midge | GLK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
