2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 816 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
