2009 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-V. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 834 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
