1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
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 S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | S |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3165 mm |