2000 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Savana | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
