2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 830 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |