2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 483 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4727 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |