2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 396 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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 (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Savana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
