2010 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 176 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 557 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2010 GMC Savana 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
Make GMC Chevrolet
Model Savana Captiva
Year Released 2010 2007
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2402 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 5692 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 2017 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 2073 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3429 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L


 

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