2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 752 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 6 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
