2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP) has 318 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 569 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 SLR McLaren (781 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 618 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 781 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
