2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 169 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | E500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
