2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 662 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |