2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 171 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1339 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Express A
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 1698 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2579 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L