2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (320 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Freestar | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 623 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |