2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 130 kg more 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |