2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 623 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |