2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
