2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
