2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 533 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | SLK | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |