2010 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2010 GMC Savana and 2010 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 210 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 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 Nissan Qashqai, 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 (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Savana | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 505 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |