2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 576 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CLS | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |