2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 236 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Phaeton | Savana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |