2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 661 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | SL | Savana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |