2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (277 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
