2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 931 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Outback | Savana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
