2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | GLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2042 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
