2000 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 776 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
