2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2940 mm |
