2006 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
