2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (213 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (310 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
