2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Golf | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
