2006 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 742 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |