2011 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Savana | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Savana | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |