2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 86 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
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 | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |