2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
