2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | GLK | Today |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1887 mm | 1400 mm |
