2008 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 887 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
