2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 259 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 470 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
