1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |