2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
