2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK would be higher. Both 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK and 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 268 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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, both vehicles can yield 349 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GLK | ML |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1887 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2756 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
