2005 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana 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 211 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
