2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 118 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1097 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | ML |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |