2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | S | Savana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |