2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 3 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2012 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
