2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
