1995 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | CL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2955 mm |