2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 950 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |