1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 956 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Avensis | Savana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
