2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 96 L |