2010 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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 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 241 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. 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 Opel Agila, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Agila 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 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Savana | Agila |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 41 L |