2004 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 66 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | GLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
