2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
