2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 339 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
