1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3165 mm |
