2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 822 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2000 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Malibu | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
