2009 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 104 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Savana | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
