2011 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 2 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 347 kg more than 2013 Acura MDX.
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, 2013 Acura MDX, 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 (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Savana | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | GMC | Acura |
Model | Savana | MDX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |