2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 60 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 89 L |