2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
