2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |