2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 429 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |