2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 988 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (461 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 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 | 461 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |