2000 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana 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 118 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Savana | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
