2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Express and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 903 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |