2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |
