2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
