2005 BMW 645 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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2005 BMW 645 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 645 | GLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2016 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2755 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |