2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 223 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
