2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
