2005 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 820 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Savana | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
