2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |