2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 610 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |