2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
