2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 689 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 88 L |