2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | C |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |