2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 957 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | CLK | Savana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |