2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (310 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uplander | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
