2005 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 829 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
