2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uplander | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
