2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 GMC Sierra and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |