2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | C | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 129 L |
