2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 446 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | GLK | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1669 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2662 mm |
