1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
