2006 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Acura RSX

To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RSX would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX. 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 2004 Acura RSX. 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 (353 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Savana 2004 Acura RSX
Make GMC Acura
Model Savana RSX
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 160 HP
Torque 353 Nm 192 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 1222 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.5 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 50 L


 

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