2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 842 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5439 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |