2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
