2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |
