2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 785 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |