1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 593 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | S | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
