2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 246 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 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 | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
