2006 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 GMC Savana and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 568 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |