2007 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 6 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1386 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | GMC | Scion |
Model | Savana | FR-S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |