2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 624 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | E | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |