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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 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 | 4966 cc | 5300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
