1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 161 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Silverado CLS
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1775 kg 1936 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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