2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (264 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 554 kg more 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
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 | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |