2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 933 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | 350Z | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
