2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP) has 341 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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 SLR McLaren (821 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 641 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
