1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | GLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
