2004 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Smart ForFour

To start off, both 2004 GMC Savana and 2004 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (295 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (448 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Savana 2004 Smart ForFour
Make GMC Smart
Model Savana ForFour
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 1123 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 74 HP
Torque 448 Nm 100 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 84.8 mm
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2353 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 47 L


 

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