2007 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1833 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Spiano, 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2370 mm |
