2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 333 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
