2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 918 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mustang. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ford Mustang | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Savana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |