2012 Honda Civic vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 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 2013 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Savana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
