2010 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 166 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5, 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2673 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
