2007 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Toyota RunX

To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1479 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Savana 2001 Toyota RunX
Make GMC Toyota
Model Savana RunX
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5358 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2659 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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