2002 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Safari | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |