2000 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 839 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
