2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
