2004 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 GMC Savana. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 727 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Savana. (448 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
