2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 496 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | CL | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 117 L |