2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 918 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | SLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
