1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 953 kg more than 1996 Holden Statesman. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Holden | GMC |
Model | Statesman | Savana |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |