2007 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 568 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |