1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 258 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | SLK | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
