2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | CLS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |