2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
