2008 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 BMW 540.
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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 540 | GLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
