1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | GLK | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |