2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uplander | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 105 L |
