2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |