2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana.
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 CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | CL | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |