2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 189 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | GL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
