2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 880 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |