2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 813 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | CLK | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |