2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Mazda | GMC |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Savana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |