2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 985 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2009 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2550 kg |