2007 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2007 GMC Savana | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Savana | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |