2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK and 2010 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 502 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | GLK | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1887 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2756 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
