2004 Marcos TS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TS | GLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2756 mm |
