2005 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 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 181 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1337 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (230 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
