2010 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2660 mm |
