2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (347 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
