2005 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 829 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 (353 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
