2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |