2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |