2005 Honda Fit vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1701 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Fit | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
