2000 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 621 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Outback | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Outback | Savana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
