2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP) has 304 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 678 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 604 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
