2005 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1463 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
