2007 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
