2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 417 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
