1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | SL | Savana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |