1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| 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 | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
