2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
