2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1248 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | S | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |