2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
