2000 Ford Focus vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Savana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
