2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3090 mm |
