2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Lumina | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |