2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |
