2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.

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 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Express S
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 536 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 799 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2579 kg 2230 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 5250 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 3165 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 90 L