2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 953 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
