2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |