2012 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb, 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Savana | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Savana | Superb |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
