2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Trans Sport R
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 185 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 597 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 172 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 80 L


 

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