2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1548 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Civic 2010 GMC Savana
Make Honda GMC
Model Civic Savana
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 6000 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 505 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 2673 kg
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 117 L


 

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