2008 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 GMC Savana and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Savana | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |