2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 498 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 998 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 23.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |