2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Astro | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2550 kg |