2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Silverado V
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 211 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2660 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 6510 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 4250 mm 3010 mm