2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 287 kg more than 2006 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
