1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3216 mm |
