2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Astro | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |