2004 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1126 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Savana 2005 Volkswagen Bora
Make GMC Volkswagen
Model Savana Bora
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 104 HP
Torque 448 Nm 148 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86.9 mm
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2353 kg 1227 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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