2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1361 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
