2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |