2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
