2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 704 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |
