2005 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra 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 53 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
