2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |