2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 682 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Express E
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L