2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 4 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |