2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 88 L |
