2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | ML | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2261 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |
