2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | GLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2016 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2755 mm |