2007 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1454 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Savana | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
