2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 429 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uplander | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
