2011 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, both 2011 GMC Savana and 2011 Nissan Tiida were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1469 kg more than 2011 Nissan Tiida. 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 Nissan Tiida, 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Tiida. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Tiida 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Savana | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2753 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
