2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | F300 Life Jet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |