2013 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz E and 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | GLK |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 511 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4913 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2016 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2874 mm | 2755 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |