2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Land Cruiser | GLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |
