2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 191 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | E | Silverado |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2027 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |