2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 952 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
