2010 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra 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 187 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 897 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
