2005 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Acura RL
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 902 kg more than 2003 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2003 Acura RL | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Savana | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
