2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | C | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 117 L |
