2004 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 (441 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
