2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 892 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Legacy | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
