2005 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
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 Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira 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 137 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
