2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 GMC Sierra and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |