2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cayenne | GLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
