2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 159 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | CL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |