2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2013 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Smart ForTwo | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Smart | GMC |
Model | ForTwo | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 117 L |