2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CLK | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |