1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 340 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
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 | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |