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Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD vs Mercedes-Benz ML430

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD

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2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430

Overview

SpecChevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD1500Mercedes-Benz ML430ML430
Selected trim1500ML430
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission4-speed automatic5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19992001

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD1500Mercedes-Benz ML430ML430
MSRP$0 (best)$44,200
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD1500Mercedes-Benz ML430ML430
Combined MPG14 MPG16 MPG (best)
City MPG12 MPG14 MPG (best)
Highway MPG17 MPG19 MPG (best)
Fuel tank42 gal (best)19 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD1500Mercedes-Benz ML430ML430
Horsepower255 hp268 hp (best)
Torque330 lb-ft (best)288 lb-ft
Engine size5.7 L (best)4.3 L
CylindersV8V8

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD1500Mercedes-Benz ML430ML430
Seating—5 seats (best)
Doors55
Towing capacity7,500 lbs (best)—
Payload2,003 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,820 lbs4,696 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.6 in8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase131.5 in (best)111 in
Length219.5 in (best)180.6 in
Width76.7 in (best)72.2 in
Height70.7 in (best)69.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD1500Mercedes-Benz ML430ML430
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet C1500 Suburban RWDMercedes-Benz ML430
1

1500

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ML430

$44,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

1500 LS

$0 MSRP

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3

1500 LT

$0 MSRP

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Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD vs Mercedes-Benz ML430 FAQ

Which is better: 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD or 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD vs 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD or 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD or 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
The 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD or 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better horsepower: 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD or 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430 leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better seats: 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD or 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD or 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430?
The 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban RWD leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).