2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
