2010 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Mazda 3

To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Savana 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 143 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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, 2011 Mazda 3, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 3 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 2011 Mazda 3
Make GMC Mazda
Model Savana 3
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2402 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 5692 mm 4506 mm
Vehicle Width 2017 mm 1755 mm
Vehicle Height 2073 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 3429 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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