2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 981 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | G |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |