2007 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 599 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |