2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | E | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
