2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |