2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |