2006 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2006 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
