2010 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Logan 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 243 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1337 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. 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, 2009 Renault Logan, 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Logan 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 | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Savana | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
