2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 336 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |