2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (489 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2430 mm |
