2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
