2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 472 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 99 L |