2005 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra, 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 (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Astra | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
