2010 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 960 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | E | Silverado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2873 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |