2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
