2000 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Savana | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | GMC | Chrysler |
Model | Savana | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |