Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Acadia over the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class.
The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class outpulls the GMC by a massive margin.
Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Acadia than the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class because of its larger tank.
The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class and the Acadia compete for the same parking spaces.
The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class's shorter wheelbase will give a nimbler feel in daily traffic. On the flip side, the GMC is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.
Convenience
You will definitely have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class than with the GMC Acadia.
Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the GMC Acadia to the dealership as the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class.
With respect to gas mileage, the GMC Acadia and the Mercedes-Benz don't differ much.
The GMC Acadia will save you money at the pump compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class.
The Mercedes-Benz isn't much less pricey than the GMC with respect to MSRP.
Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class and the GMC Acadia most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.
Drivetrain
The GMC Acadia's engine isn't much more massive than the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class's.
Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the GMC isn't much more powerful than the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the GMC Acadia offers a bit more head room than the Mercedes-Benz, there frankly isn't much of a difference.
The GMC Acadia is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Mercedes-Benz.
Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Acadia isn't quite as generous as the Mercedes-Benz's.