2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |