2006 GMC Savana vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 890 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |