2000 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 9 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | GMC | Hummer |
| Model | Savana | H3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
