2001 Acura RL vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RL | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
