2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
