1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | CLK GTR | Savana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
