2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 888 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | SL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4018 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |