2004 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (377 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (392 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | CLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 377 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 392 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |