2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
