2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
