2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
