2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 968 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | C | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
