2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 4 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 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 171 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
