2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 147 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 869 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |