2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 573 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
