2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Uplander | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |