2007 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Acura TSX

To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 756 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX.

Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Savana 2012 Acura TSX
Make GMC Acura
Model Savana TSX
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 15 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4714 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1839 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1438 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2708 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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