2010 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 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 213 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1379 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2673 kg | 1294 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
