2011 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Savana 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 202 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 964 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
