2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 639 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (225 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
