2004 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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, 2004 GMC Savana (295 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 663 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (448 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
