2000 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Savana | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Savana | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4700 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 | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |