1999 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Dodge Charger.
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. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Savana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
