2006 GMC Savana vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1573 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Spiano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
