2000 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 13 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Savana | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
