2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Venga would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 597 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | GLK | Venga |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
