2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |