1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Trans Sport | CLS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2875 mm |