2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Convertible | GLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
