2012 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 929 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Savana | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | GMC | Saturn |
Model | Savana | Vue |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |