2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |