2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |