1996 Honda Ballade 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 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1636 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Ballade | Savana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
