2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1289 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 96 L |
