2007 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 GMC Savana and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |