2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
