2010 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz

To start off, both 2010 GMC Savana and 2010 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 248 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1297 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Getz 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.

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2010 GMC Savana 2010 Hyundai Getz
Make GMC Hyundai
Model Savana Getz
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2402 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 5692 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 2017 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 2073 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3429 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 45 L


 

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