2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 889 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CLS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3396 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |
