2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
