2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |