2000 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP) has 328 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 518 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 630 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2954 mm |