1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (257 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 507 kg more than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Roadmaster | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
