2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 405 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 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 88 L |