2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
