2007 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 964 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |