2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 179 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (489 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
