2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 13 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 719 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 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 | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 88 L |
