2000 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
