2010 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 3 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA 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 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Savana | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 623 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2421 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |