2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | SLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
