2006 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 232 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
