2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 599 kg more than 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | E | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 382 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |