2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 879 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CLK | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
