2004 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 GMC Savana. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 937 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Savana | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
