2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 557 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Express | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |