1996 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew 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 121 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Crew | Savana |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |