2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK and 2011 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | GLK | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 349 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1887 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2756 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |