2005 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. 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 (400 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |
