2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (355 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 574 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | CL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
