2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |