2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 632 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
