2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2000 GMC Sierra and 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Sierra | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | CLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |