2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1478 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |