2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (254 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |