2005 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 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 147 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1512 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
