2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 104 kg more than 2011 GMC Savana.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
