2010 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz C and 2010 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Silverado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |