1999 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 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.
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1999 Ford F-150 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | F-150 | Savana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |