2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester 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 123 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester 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.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | GLK | Forester |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1887 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2756 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |