2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
