2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | ML | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
