1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | C |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
