2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2003 GMC Sierra and 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (386 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2003 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2003 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4816 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2520 mm |
