2000 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | CLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
