2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
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 CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 630 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
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 | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |