2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 833 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | C | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
