2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 998 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 23.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |