2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | SL | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |