2007 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 658 kg more than 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Savana | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |