2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 SL (701 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uplander | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
