2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Nitro | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |
