2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
