2000 GMC Savana vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Savana | 309 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
