2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Savana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3440 mm |
