2007 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 172 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Savana | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |