2008 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 994 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
