2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 474 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
