2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 832 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Airflite | Savana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
