2011 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 936 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
