2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK

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 CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Silverado CLK
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 458 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 6340 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 4010 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 62 L


 

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