2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 381 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |