2005 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 GMC Savana and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Savana | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |