2009 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
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2009 GMC Canyon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Canyon | GLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2016 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2755 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |