2009 GMC Savana vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 621 kg more than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Savana | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |