2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 996 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 457 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4980 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 | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |