2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |