2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 158 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 75 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 96 L |