2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
