2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Silverado C
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 62 L