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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |