2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Trans Sport | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |