2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Civic | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |