2009 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana.
Because 2009 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
