2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uplander | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
