2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 837 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 (452 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | CLK | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 452 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |