2000 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 360 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A8 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | GLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |