2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |