2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 743 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-150 | GLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2756 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |