2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
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2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | GLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2756 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |