2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 761 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2761 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 3010 mm |
