2000 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |