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 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 44 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 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 | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |