2011 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, both 2011 GMC Savana and 2011 Hyundai ix35 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35, 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 GMC Savana | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Savana | ix35 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2640 mm |