2012 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Logan would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. 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, 2011 Renault Logan, 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 (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Savana | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Savana | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
