2002 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2002 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (265 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Sierra. (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
