2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2684 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 129 L |