2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | G |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |