2004 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Fit | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3429 mm |
