2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uplander | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
