2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | SSR | Savana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |