2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2009 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Savana |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |