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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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 | 5965 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
