2010 GMC Savana vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1323 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Acura EL, 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL 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:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Savana | EL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2619 mm |
