2005 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 973 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (250 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Savana | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
