2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (530 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 280 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2860 mm |
