2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |