2007 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
